The X7, which looks very similar in terms of styling and even badge font, has been on sale since 2015 with JLR saying in a statement that “the similarity of the two vehicles has led to widespread consumer confusion”.

It’s not the first time vehicle designs have been ripped off, but the ruling is a first in the global car industry, according to Jaguar Land Rover.

Keith Benjamin, JLR’s head of legal says the ruling is a clear sign of the law being implemented appropriately to protect consumers and uphold their rights so they are not confused or misled, whilst protecting business investment in design and innovation.

“We welcome this decision of the Beijing court, which further strengthens our confidence in investing in China and in the fairness of intellectual property adjudication in the Chinese courts,” he says.

According to Automotive New Europe, the ruling refers only to the original Landwind X7, and not the more recent face-lifted version which “toned down some of the more blatant similarities”.

Ali is a Motoring Reporter at Drive.com.au. She completed her Journalism degree in 2018 and has a background in the automotive industry.
Ali also has a passion for racing that started in go-karts from an young age, progressing into car racing in 2016…